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5 things to know about Heart n Soul
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5 things to know about Heart n Soul

Get to know the South London creative community and arts charity who’ve been championing the talent of people with learning disabilities since 1986.

Ivan Michael Blackstock: ‘Dance became my outlet before I even knew I needed one’
Artist Ivan Michael Blackstock wearing a black jacket, black baseball cap and sunglasses.
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Ivan Michael Blackstock: ‘Dance became my outlet before I even knew I needed one’

In an in-depth interview the dancer, curator, choreographer discusses transitions, Traplord and learning to listen to his body.

Who is choreographer Hofesh Shechter?
The choreographer Hofesh Shechter, pictured in 2013, sits among the empty red seats of a theatre auditorium
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Who is choreographer Hofesh Shechter?

Get an introduction to the celebrated choreographer whose work for Shechter II, IN THE BRAIN, received its London premiere with us in July 2026.

5 things to know about You Are Here
The Riverside Terrace in front of the Royal Festival Hall on a bright summer\'s day is packed with young people dancing
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5 things to know about You Are Here

Get an insight into a special one-off spectacular to celebrate 75 years of the Southbank Centre.

How I create… with Thick & Tight’s Daniel Hay-Gordon
Both members of Thick & Tight stand beside each other in front of a concrete wall covered with graffiti. They wear white tops and dark trousers.
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How I create… with Thick & Tight’s Daniel Hay-Gordon

The dancer, choreographer and Thick & Tight co-director on taking cues from Brian Eno and staying disciplined through a love of his work.

How I create… with dance artist and performer Anna Seymour
Anna Seymour, a white woman with dark curly hair
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How I create… with dance artist and performer Anna Seymour

Get an insight into the creative process of the Deaf performer who gets ‘so much joy from dancing so it doesn’t feel like hard work’

Who is circus company Upswing?
A circus performer hangs in a dark space, suspended from a silk, their arms and legs fully extended
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Who is circus company Upswing?

Discover the proudly diverse and female led contemporary company taking circus beyond traditional spaces to meet new audiences.

Conor Mitchell: ‘I tried to assimilate for years, but sex is a big part of life’
Mid-shot of Southbank Centre Associate Artist Conor Mitchell, conducting a classical ensemble (including three visible double bass players) in a green room, wearing headphones, black pants and a black t-shirt
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Conor Mitchell: ‘I tried to assimilate for years, but sex is a big part of life’

The composer and theatre-maker discusses agitprop, injustices and the inherent campness of the Catholic Church in an in-depth interview.

Marina Abramović: what is performance art?
Marina Abramovic, an older white woman with long dark hair over brought forward over her left shoulder
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Marina Abramović: what is performance art?

Marina Abramović reflects on her more than five decades working in performance art, considering its evolution and its impact.

How I create… with writer and multidisciplinary artist Tice Cin
Tice Cin, a young woman with long dark curly hair leans against a wall
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How I create… with writer and multidisciplinary artist Tice Cin

The award-winning writer and all-round creative discusses believing in ideas, being brave and finding your own success.

How I create… with choreographer Benoit Swan Pouffer
Benoit Swan Pouffer, a Black man with shaved head and stubble stands with his hands clasped together
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How I create… with choreographer Benoit Swan Pouffer

The Artistic Director of Rambert dance company gives a personal insight into his creative process.

My Mixtape: Ásrún Magnúsdóttir’s 10 eclectic teenage favourites
Ásrún Magnúsdóttir a young woman with short brown hair and bright blue eyes. The words 'My Mixtape' are placed in front of her.
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My Mixtape: Ásrún Magnúsdóttir’s 10 eclectic teenage favourites

The theatre-maker and choreographer shares 10 unusual tracks requested by teenagers at her Listening Party events, and the stories behind them.